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Sex Doll Safety and You

What You Need to Know to Ensure a Health-Conscious Experience

By Chris DeePublished 2 years ago 4 min read
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Sex dolls have come a long way since the inexpensive inflatable dolls of yesteryear. Today’s consumer expects more from the sexual aids they trust their personal pleasure to, and modern sex dolls really deliver. In fact, playing with options from top manufacturers like Real Doll can feel nearly as incredible as sex with a human partner.

But as is the case with any sex toy, having fun and enjoying yourself are only part of the package. The rest is about taking care of your health and personal safety when it’s playtime. Not only is it what’s best for you, but it’s best for your doll, too. Here’s a closer look at what you need to know.

Sex Dolls Are Great for Your Health

Sex doesn’t just feel amazing. It’s also great for your health. Sex keeps your immune system trucking right along. Sexually active people take fewer sick days, especially those who make it a point to eat right and exercise. They also tend to have lower blood pressure, a lower risk for heart attacks, and a lower chance of developing certain cancers.

Sex is excellent for your mental and emotional health, as well. People who have frequent, good-quality sex are less prone to depression and anxiety. They sleep better and feel the adverse effects of stress less. And these benefits apply to any type of sex, whether that’s with a human partner, with yourself, or with an alternative companion like a sex doll.

Although there’s nothing wrong with choosing to be single or sticking strictly to human partners, a sex doll can make an excellent happy medium between the two for many people. Dolls provide sexual companionship, of course, but they can also be fun to cuddle with or hang out with the way you would a human partner. They even give people safe, limitlessly accessible outlets for their sexual fantasies– all things that add up to a happier, healthier life overall.

Paying Attention to Your Hygiene

Sex dolls are just like other sex toys in that hygiene is a critical concern. If your doll is like most, she features three different orifices for you to explore and enjoy to your heart’s content. Each of these openings needs to be thoroughly and promptly cleaned after enjoying it. Otherwise, harmful bacteria, viruses, and other microorganisms will have a chance to breed. Not only is this bad for you, but it’s not good for the integrity of your doll, either.

After playing with your doll, use a simple bulb irrigator to flush her openings completely clean. Repeat this step with a simple solution of warm water and doll-safe soap, and then again with another round of clean water. Dry her thoroughly afterward, and you’re all set.

If you choose to play with your doll alongside others – a partner or intimate acquaintance, for instance – make sure to observe safe sexual practices to prevent the potential spread of STIs. Dolls can make wonderful additions to many different kinds of sex play, but it’s critical that you play responsibly.

Protecting the Integrity of Your Doll

Although owning a realistic sex doll is a lot easier than maintaining a traditional relationship with another human in many ways, it’s still essential to establish a care routine for your doll. To begin with, you should keep plenty of lube on hand and use it liberally every single time you enjoy your doll. Not only will it make your experience more pleasurable, but it will protect both your delicate skin and the doll’s insides from damage like abrasions or tears.

You’ll want to be careful what you do with your doll when she’s not in use, as well. Don’t leave her sitting or lying in the same position for too long, as her delicate TPE skin can form creases, indentations, and other blemishes due to the sustained pressure. If you won’t be using your doll for a long while, store her safely in a storage case or hang her up in your closet using a hook made specifically for the purpose.

Getting the Best Value for Your Money

What type of doll you buy and where you buy her from can affect both the quality of your experience and the body-safeness of the doll, so make your choices carefully. The sex doll industry is relatively well-regulated, so many of your available options will be of outstanding quality. However, it’s still important to carefully consider your purchasing decisions before you buy.

Always buy dolls from top manufacturers and sold by reputable merchants you trust with your money and health. Select high-quality, hypoallergenic, body-safe materials like TPE or silicone. Remember, your sex doll isn’t just an investment in your sex life. It’s an investment in your health, as well, so choose wisely.

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